What exactly is a prepped kid?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

My three kids have all been placed into AAP without a shred of anything that would resemble prepping.

For all the preppers: have you ever wondered why some of us are able to trust that our kids can get into AAP without any prepping? Do you wish you could have that same confidence? In my case, it honestly didn't matter to me, and yet my kids each surprised me when they got in. Not surprised because I didn't think they were bright, but surprised because I see all the people around me in my community who work so damn hard to ensure their kids measure up and I just let it be. And surprised because none of them are overachievers or perfectionists or anything that resembles a "gifted" child. Just naturally bright, inquisitive kids who play outside, ride their bikes, play video games, etc.

Let's freeze your precious eggs for posterity and lucrative in vitro fertilization.

I'm out. It's so boring to discuss an issue with someone whose commentary is so inane and off the wall. I don't know how to multi-quote but if you're the same poster with all the other recent ridiculous comments, that is what I'm referring to. You've gone off the rails.

[Anonymous]

I'm out. It's so boring to discuss an issue with someone whose commentary is so inane and off the wall. I don't know how to multi-quote but if you're the same poster with all the other recent ridiculous comments, that is what I'm referring to. You've gone off the rails.

There are multiple posters here who do not share your view. I do not blame you for slinking away. Good riddance.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

My three kids have all been placed into AAP without a shred of anything that would resemble prepping.

For all the preppers: have you ever wondered why some of us are able to trust that our kids can get into AAP without any prepping? Do you wish you could have that same confidence? In my case, it honestly didn't matter to me, and yet my kids each surprised me when they got in. Not surprised because I didn't think they were bright, but surprised because I see all the people around me in my community who work so damn hard to ensure their kids measure up and I just let it be. And surprised because none of them are overachievers or perfectionists or anything that resembles a "gifted" child. Just naturally bright, inquisitive kids who play outside, ride their bikes, play video games, etc.

Let's freeze your precious eggs for posterity and lucrative in vitro fertilization.

I'm out. It's so boring to discuss an issue with someone whose commentary is so inane and off the wall. I don't know how to multi-quote but if you're the same poster with all the other recent ridiculous comments, that is what I'm referring to. You've gone off the rails.

Yep, there is at least one poster who makes vulgar and aggressive comments and doesn't seem able to carry on an intelligent conversation without hurling insults that frequently have a racial connotation.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:My three kids have all been placed into AAP without a shred of anything that would resemble prepping.

For all the preppers: have you ever wondered why some of us are able to trust that our kids can get into AAP without any prepping? Do you wish you could have that same confidence? In my case, it honestly didn't matter to me, and yet my kids each surprised me when they got in. Not surprised because I didn't think they were bright, but surprised because I see all the people around me in my community who work so damn hard to ensure their kids measure up and I just let it be. And surprised because none of them are overachievers or perfectionists or anything that resembles a "gifted" child. Just naturally bright, inquisitive kids who play outside, ride their bikes, play video games, etc.

No, not for a minute have I worried about your kids. I worry about mine.

I do whatever I can for my kids so when I let them go off into the world on their own they are prepared. I accepted that responsibility when I decided to procreate. There would be a lot less drama on these threads if people would worry about their own kids and not try to force their own opinions on parenting on others....

[Anonymous]

The entitled will continue to whimper and whine their losses until they are laid to rest.

[Anonymous]

There would be a lot less drama on these threads if people would worry about their own kids and not try to force their own opinions on parenting on others....

No one should force an opinion on others and every child and family is different, but it's worth it to have an open mind when experienced parents share their observations of what has worked with their kids. When I see older kids who have the traits I would like to see in my kids, I listen to the stories their parents tell because I might learn something that will help me in my parenting.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

What exactly is a prepped kid? Definition: In the DC area, a prepped kid is always the other kid who got into the highly sought after program instead of me and snatched my entitled seat.

Agreed.

[Anonymous]

What happened to the other thread on dealing with prepped kids??

[Anonymous]

it was deleted because of the racial hatred being thrown around by one apparent troll.

[Anonymous]

it was deleted because of the racial hatred being thrown around by one apparent troll.

Yet another apparent imbecile.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

it was deleted because of the racial hatred being thrown around by one apparent troll.

Yet another apparent imbecile.

There were too much racial hatred directed against a minority group.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

it was deleted because of the racial hatred being thrown around by one apparent troll.

Yet another apparent imbecile.

Probably the same charming poster referenced here:

Yep, there is at least one poster who makes vulgar and aggressive comments and doesn't seem able to carry on an intelligent conversation without hurling insults that frequently have a racial connotation.

It's too bad we can't seem to keep discussions about educational issues on a mature and intelligent plane.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

it was deleted because of the racial hatred being thrown around by one apparent troll.

Yet another apparent imbecile.

Probably the same charming poster referenced here:

Yep, there is at least one poster who makes vulgar and aggressive comments and doesn't seem able to carry on an intelligent conversation without hurling insults that frequently have a racial connotation.

It's too bad we can't seem to keep discussions about educational issues on a mature and intelligent plane.

Agree. Any explicit or implicit hostility towards a minority group should be avoided.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

it was deleted because of the racial hatred being thrown around by one apparent troll.

Yet another apparent imbecile.

Probably the same charming poster referenced here:

Yep, there is at least one poster who makes vulgar and aggressive comments and doesn't seem able to carry on an intelligent conversation without hurling insults that frequently have a racial connotation.

It's too bad we can't seem to keep discussions about educational issues on a mature and intelligent plane.

Agree. Any explicit or implicit hostility towards a minority group should be avoided.

Also, aggressive and vulgar comments aimed at posters with whom one disagrees and comments with a threatening tone should be avoided. Typically, people resort to those kind of comments when others disagree with them and they are having difficulty explaining their positions in a logical way. It's good to take a deep breath and stick to the issue and avoid denigrating other posters.

Comments even remotely related to race tend to be made out of desperation and don't add anything worthwhile to a conversation.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:As is obvious from the variations in the PP there is no definition. Even Urban Dictionary does not try. Peruse the posts.....

Kumon: Yes and no
Workbooks: Yes and no.
Music lessons: Yes and no
Supplementing: Yes and no.
Tutors: Yes and No.
Tiger Moms & Dads: Oh Yes, Yes, Yes (whatever that means either.

The term barely exists outside DCUM.

Basically, since no one wants to be labeled racist, it's code for high achieving minorities (mostly Asian, but it helps rationalize Ben Carson, Herman Cain and similar others too).

Best definition so far....

OP here. We are Asian-American. I know I am not a Tiger Mom. We do spend time teaching my child how to read and write. Some of those materials include workbooks. I'm thinking other people will think that I prep my children.

DH and I are both ivy league educated. We studied for our SATs, GMATs and MCATs. Don't think our parents prepped us for tests to get us into honors classes. I was always on an advanced math track but don't think I had honors classes until middle school. We are from out of state.

Who cares what other people think? Are you not going to do what you think is best for your child because you are worried about what people will think? News flash, if someone stereotypes about Asians, they will do it regardless of what you do. Get over it. My DC is black and does very well in school. There are people who stereotype who might assume he got into AAP because the county lowered the standards for him and that he doesn't really belong. Should I avoid AAP for fear of what others might assume? You need to get over your concern about what others are doing/thinking, and focus on what you think is best for your child.

I'll second this pp's statement. My DC is black/white, is in GT but also is very good in all sports. It looks like he is headed to the professional sport area with the potential to become wealthy if things goes as plan. I didn't care when people thought he was a dumb jock. He had options so we helped him focus on the most lucrative ones, like most people would. Do what ever the hell you think is best for you child. Haters can only hate.